I just saw a drawing of a very old lady stooped over with age and walking slowly with a cane. On the wall beside wher as a shadow of a slender young ballerina with arms outsretched and standing on the toes of one foot.
The caption read: “It doesn’t matter what you look like on the outside, it’s what’s on the inside that counts.”
I don’t know who created either the drawing or the caption, but I believe the creator(s) captured a wonderful truth just about perfectly.
Russ
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I'm awed by the beauty of nature and the power of love and gratitude. Some of my favorite sensory experiences include waves crashing on rocky shores, waterways in ancient redwood and fern-filled forests, and rain. My wife and I have been married since 1979. We have 3 adult children and 5 grandchildren. I manage a wealth management firm that I founded in 2003. My Beloved is a Special Education teacher for Kindergartners and First Graders. I'm a published author of approximately 60 books in a variety of genres for grownups and children.
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This is so true Russ! It’s how we feel on the inside. I think I’ve seen that image too. And have you seen the one of an orange cat glancing into a mirror and the reflection is that of a tiger? It is not our years or how we appear on the outside, but how we feel. Thanks for sharing this great truth with us. An important reminder, every day. 🙂
Hugs, Gina
I do remember the cat that sees tiger when he looks in a mirror! Another great reminder! Thank you for mentioning it and for your kind comments!
Great big loving hugs to you too,
Russ
Always inside that counts! Children (0-5 years) are such experts in seeing inside, before judging. Just saw this image today and thought about sharing it on my blog, because it is so important to remember to live by. Sometimes the book cover does match the content.
Indeed it does, my friend! I believe the eyes can be a window to the heart and soul.
Russ
We couldn’t agree more!
Bella and DiDi
Thank you my fluffy, furry, friends!
Russ
Yes it is what is inside us that matters more the how we look on the outside
There are times when I believe it is a different kind of challenge for someone who is born with incredible beauty They gain much in certain ways, but perhaps lose much in others.
Russ.